Australian Celebrations and Commemorations
What is the difference between a celebration and a commemoration?
A celebration is a joyful occasion or event, while a commemoration is an event to honor or remember someone or something.
What is the national floral emblem of Australia?
The Golden Wattle
On what date is Australia Day celebrated?
January 26th
What is Diwali and which culture celebrates it?
Diwali is the Hindu festival of lights, celebrating the victory of light over darkness.
Name two significant Australian celebrations or commemorations
ANZAC Day and Australia Day
What does the Southern Cross symbolize on the Australian flag?
The Southern Cross represents Australia's geographical position in the Southern Hemisphere.
What does ANZAC stand for?
Australian and New Zealand Army Corps.
How is Chinese New Year celebrated?
It is celebrated with family gatherings, feasts, and fireworks
What does ANZAC Day commemorate
It commemorates the Australian and New Zealand Army Corps soldiers who fought at Gallipoli during World War I
What two animals appear on the Australian coat of arms?
The kangaroo and the emu
What significant event does ANZAC Day mark? When was it?
The landing of ANZAC troops at Gallipoli on April 25, 1915
What is the Day of the Dead and where is it celebrated?
It is a Mexican holiday where families remember and honor their deceased loved ones.
What is the significance of Harmony Day in Australia?
Harmony Day celebrates Australia's cultural diversity and promotes inclusiveness, respect, and a sense of belonging for everyone
What is the significance of the Commonwealth Star on the Australian flag?
The Commonwealth Star represents the federation of Australia's states and territories.
When is Harmony Day celebrated in Australia?
March 21st.
What do people celebrate on Christmas?
Christmas celebrates the birth of Jesus Christ.
What is Sorry Day in Australia?
Sorry Day is a national event that commemorates the mistreatment of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, particularly the Stolen Generations.
What does the Aboriginal flag represent?
The black represents the Aboriginal people, the red represents the earth and their spiritual connection to it, and the yellow circle represents the sun.
What is the purpose of National Sorry Day?
To acknowledge and remember the mistreatment of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, particularly the Stolen Generations.
What is Thanksgiving and which country is it primarily celebrated in?
Thanksgiving is a holiday to give thanks for the harvest and blessings of the past year, primarily celebrated in the United States.